I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts Happierand this week’s topic focused on the idea that September is considered the new January. I had never thought of it in that way; however, it got me thinking about how many resolutions people revive in September. Maybe it’s the air of change that the fall brings minor maybe it’s the fact that a new school year begins. I’m not quite sure exactly what it is, but I have definitely jumped in and joined the September reset gang. I’m re-starting and resetting many of my plans in so many ways. ​

1. I have four months to get my act together!

I have recounted the many ways that I have tried to get and stay healthier this year: apps, healthier purchases, external accountability, additional Zumba classes etc ... I have tried them all and it’s damn time I got it together! I have all the tools needed so no more excuses.

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2. I still have time to reach my health goals I have four months to get it right and tight! Do you know what you can accomplish in 4 months? Yeah … we about to find out! It’s time to walk a little further, drink more water and eat less sugar! Folks we can do this! Don’t be in despair, we have a good four months to push as hard as we can to reach those goals! Wanted to hike? Get a map out, buy the gear and go! Wanted to lose weight? You can for sure lose at least 5 pounds before the end of the year - that would be 5 less than where you are now! Just start!

3. Change your perspectiveChange starts with your mindset. Aren’t you tired of making empty promises to yourself? It’s time to take a look at your problems in a different way! One of the podcasters of Happier Gretchen Rubin, just released a book called The Four Tendencies. I suggest that anyone looking to make lasting change start here! The author walks through why, based on your tendency, you stick to behavior changes or why you don't and how to find techniques that ensure that you do! This book came out right in time! We need to change our perspectives and really work our butts off these last four months!

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Looking for additional ways on how to start again this fall? Check out our post ​​​here.​What about you? Do you view September as the new January? Let us know!